Mason's Kindergarten Projects

He did a project on a community servant and chose a fireman. Unfortunately his mom thought we had another week than we did, so we had to throw his project together really quick the night before. 

His pictures from apple week. 

Cuddle Buddies

On occasion these two can cease their fighting with each other and be super cute cuddle buddies. 

They both turned away from me after the first picture. 

Wilson Reunion

This afternoon we traveled down to West Valley for a somewhat impromptu Wilson reunion bbq at my dad's aunt Mary Lee's house. My grandpa Wilson and Mary Lee are the only living siblings in their family, but we almost had all of their siblings represented by family there except for one. I'd say there was between 35-40 people, so we had a pretty good turn out for it only being planned a couple weeks ago. My aunt Jodie said there were more today than there were at the official reunion in July that she'd been planning for the past 2 years! Anyhow it was good to see and meet so many of my dad's cousins and get to know a little about them. We had a big barbecue that even included my grandpa's mutton, which Steven said it was worth the drive just for that! 

My good looking parents!

After everyone ate we had a few musicals number from Easton who played the guitar and sang, and also from Tracy who sang a few songs. 

We also made sure to take a big group picture with everyone who was there.

 We stayed and chatted for a little while, but our little boy was in desperate need of a nap so we were one of the first to leave. I'm glad we were able to make the trip down for it and see everyone.

My Little Fireman

Landon was having a hay day with the fireman hat that Emma got from the fire station today. 

 One thing is for sure, he makes one cute fireman. 

 Oh I just love this sweet little boy!

Firestation Fieldtrip

Today Emma had her first Preschool field trip to the fire station. I didn't work today so Landon and I got to go with her. She was so excited about going. She was the complete opposite of Mason when he went last year, and was not shy at all. In fact when the firefighter bent down to talk to the kids she ran right over to him and gave him a big bear hug almost knocking him over.

 It happened so fast that I couldn't even stop her, but thankfully he was really good about it. After he talked to the kids they split into two groups and we got to see the fire truck first. They let each kid have a seat in the passenger side. While he lifted Emma up he said that she was his favorite. 

They got to explore in and around the fire truck. 

Then he showed us the tools they use to get people out of cars in buildings with also known as the jaws of life. 

The kids each took turn trying to lift them. 

Then the two groups which then we headed over to the ambulance to check it out. 

He pulled out the stretcher and loaded up the kids I'm on it and was just about to give them a ride up on it when they got called to go out.

 So all the kids had to back up and they got to watch the fire fighters get ready to go and leave on the fire truck. They thought that was pretty cool to see them leave with their lights and sirens going. 

One of the commanders took over the tour and talked to the kids about their response time and why they use a fire pole instead of the stairs. He had the kids time him going up the stairs forces coming down the pole. It took him 33 seconds to do the stairs and only 3 seconds to come down the pole. 

He said their goal is to be out the door in 60 seconds from the time they're called or if its at night and they're sleeping they get 90 seconds. Then they passed out fireman hats for the kids and we headed home.

I think it's safe to say she enjoyed her first trip to the Fire Station! 

Landon's First Ice Cream Cone

He wasn't to sure about his first ice cram cone to begin with. 

 It didn't take him long to get into it though. 

He was super sad when it was finally all gone, so I think it's safe to say he enjoyed it. 

Heading Home

This morning started off early again and we got started on packing everything up. Emma woke up in quite the mood this morning and was refusing to cooperate when I was trying to get her dressed. I tried giving her multiple chances, but was not getting anywhere with her. In a desperate attempt to get control of her I took her outside in the cold morning air and waited till she was ready to cooperate. I'm sure Cory and Terrie thought I'd lost my mind, but I appreciated that they did not try to intervene while I was trying to get through to her. Emma was just in her underwear and after sitting outside in the cold for about 5 minutes she finally calmed down and was reasonable. I got her dressed and we went back inside and she remained in a much better mood. She really can be such a stubborn little girl, but her mama is way more! After that little drama we got the kids some breakfast, or is doughnuts, danishes, and chocolate milk dessert? 

Landon playing on the couch while we packed up. 

Grandma Terrie showing the kids her farm game on the tablet. 

Once we got everything packed up and ready to go I went to get our van started and it wouldn't start, so Cory had to give us a jump. 

We got the van and started and once we got the trailer all loaded up we were all on our way home. It was a fabulous and fun trip with Cory and Terrie and we can't wait to do it again! 

Thank you so much Cory and Terrie for all the work and planning you put into making this a wonderful trip.